The launch, which coincided with France’s Bastille Day celebrations on July 14, 2025, was highlighted by the chairperson of Kadin Indonesia, Anindya Bakrie, as a timely move to deepen economic ties, especially following the initial signing of the Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (I-EU CEPA).
“We need a navigator in the European Union, and this is where France plays a key role in opening more opportunities (for economic cooperation with Indonesia) — particularly after the I-EU CEPA signing in Brussels,” he said in a press release received here on Tuesday evening.
The Kadin GEO will be led by vice chairperson for international relations at Kadin Indonesia, Bernardino M. Vega.
The Paris-based office is meant to spearhead Indonesia’s economic diplomacy, serving as a bridge between Indonesian business interests and the broader international business ecosystem.
“We want to promote a consistent message when representing Indonesia in bilateral and multilateral forums. This is crucial, especially with our active roles in ASEAN, APEC, OECD, BRICS, COP, and the G20,” Bakrie said.
Vice chairperson of foreign affairs at Kadin Indonesia, James Riady, expressed the hope that the opening of the office would encourage more investment from French corporations into Indonesia.
“We hope that France, with its significant role, can further encourage various companies to actively contribute to the development of the Indonesian economy,” he said.
The establishment of Kadin GEO underlines Indonesia’s commitment to expanding its global partnerships.
Through the new office, Kadin aims to enhance cross-border collaboration in trade, investment, and economic development, and thereby, position Indonesia as a rising force in the global economy.
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